Ever wonder why a call from +17162425600 sounds like a government threat? The script usually claims you owe back taxes, warns of arrest, and pressures an immediate payment, often using a foreign accent to add urgency. These calls are a classic scam that exploits fear of legal action. Never share personal information or credit card details, and hang up before any payment is requested. Verify any alleged debt by contacting the agency directly using official phone numbers, not the one that called you. Report the number to the FTC and your state consumer protection office to help stop the fraud.
The scam involves randomly calling numbers in hopes of finding someone to fall for their trap
They left a message about a supposed federal offence, I checked the number and its a scam, dont think Ive ever seen so many people complaing about the same number, the 411 directory confirmed my suspicions, didnt mention any company name though
Following the confirmation from 411, it became clear that the call was a scam, which is why the remark of Good Luck seemed so out of place.
A call was received from an individual with an Indian accent, claiming to be named John and stating that an immediate payment to the US Treasury was required to avoid arrest, but the caller was given a fabricated credit card number and later became abusive when called back.
They said if I dont call them back, or have my attorney call, they will send me befor a magistrate or judge, or the grand jury, and then they cant be responsibl for whats gonna happend to me.
A threatening call was received, using crude language and mentioning potential legal action
After receiving a call from this number and researching it, I decided to block it, finding it particularly alarming if this is indeed related to tax matters, as it would imply a potential breach of IRS files.
A voicemail was left, threatening action, but the tone seemed unprofessional, particularly the closing remark wishing me 'good luck,' which raised suspicions about the authenticity of the call.
The caller claimed to be from the US Treasury, trying to collect a debt, and said that if I didn't respond, they would take legal action against me, but when I called back from a diferent phone, a foreigner answeed, claiming to be from the US Treasury.
The caller's intention was apparently to intimidate, as they mentioned an arrest, but seemed to change their story after I informed them I wasn't eligible for taxes.
Following a call from this number, I was deceived into believing I had filed taxes incorrectly and would face arrest. Fortunately, I remained calm and retained the call information for potential federal investigation. The caller claimed to represent an attorney magistrate office and had an Indian accent.
It's been verified as a scam.
Criminals often employ tactics like this to extort money, threatening jail time or wage garnishment for nonexsistent debts.
This caller claimed to be from a legal office, but I heard a child in the background, which raised my suspicions. I believe this is a scam and plan to file a report with the sheriff's office.